Clay Bolt Nature Photography

Man Observes Queen European Hornet's (Vespa crabro) emergence in

European Hornets (Vespa crabro) were introduced to the United States. In early spring, the queen emerges from estivation and looks for a suitable nesting spot to start a new colonly. Although they are fierce in appearance, they are typically not very aggressive unless harassed. They fly both during the day and at night.

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European Hornets (Vespa crabro) were introduced to the United States. In early spring, the queen emerges from estivation and looks for a suitable nesting spot to start a new colonly. Although they are fierce in appearance, they are typically not very aggressive unless harassed. They fly both during the day and at night.